Yellow Ribbon Program

Veterans or their eligible dependents can take advantage of significant tuition discounts available through the Yellow Ribbon program, and also benefit from generous scholarship dollars offered by Lesley University, making it possible to earn a degree for free.

What is the Yellow Ribbon Program?

The Post-9/11 GI Bill, developed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, pays all in-state tuition and fee charges at public schools and tuition and fees (not to exceed a national cap) at private and foreign schools. Under the Yellow Ribbon Program, those attending private schools, such as Lesley University, may receive additional funds to help cover unmet costs.

Who is eligible?

Under the benefits established by the new Post-9/11 GI bill, veterans who served at least 90 days active duty after September 11, 2001 may be eligible to receive tuition benefits

Veterans who served at least 36 months since September 11, 2001 may qualify for free tuition, via scholarship dollars provided by Lesley, through the Yellow Ribbon program

Free tuition may also be available to veterans who served at least 30 continuous days after September 11, 2001 and were honorably discharged for a service-related injury

Dependents eligible for Transfer of Entitlement under the Post-9/11 GI Bill based on the veteran's service and the eligibility criteria listed above

Are additional funds available?

Yellow Ribbon funds, which have been available since August 1, 2009, may be supplemented by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs with the addition of a housing allowance and a stipend for books and supplies for eligible veterans.